3D Design Integration in Adobe Illustrator
All Bioracer designers create their designs in Adobe Illustrator, making it the central tool in the design workflow. To bridge the gap between 2D designs and 3D visualization, the Ai3D Plugin was developed as part of Design Workflow 2020. This plugin allows designers to view their work on Bioracer’s full catalogue of 3D models, ensuring accurate previews before submitting for approval.
In Bioracer Workflow 2026, the Ai3D Plugin 2.0 is a rewrite that transitions from the legacy 3DPC system to a fully cloud-based workflow. It integrates seamlessly with the Cloud 3D model viewer, Design Templates 2.0, and Cloud 3D Rendering, ensuring real-time visualization, instant cloud submissions, and improved workflow efficiency.
Key Features of Ai3D Plugin 2.0
1. Seamless Integration with the Cloud
- Works with Design Templates 2.0 to pull accurate design parameters.
- Fetches all necessary project data from the Cloud Database.
- Submits designs, logos, and colours directly to the Cloud 3D Rendering, eliminating the need for local 3DPC rendering.
- Stores and manages .ai design files, ensuring correct versioning and approved design locations.
✅ Result: A direct, real-time connection between Illustrator and the Bioracer cloud ecosystem.
2. Automated Data Fetching from the Cloud
✔ Reads the template identifier to fetch all connected article data:
- Article names compatible with the opened design template
- Available design parameters (VAR colours, configurations, etc.)
- Retrieves project details from the NAVXML file or directly from NAV:
- Project Number
- Job Name
- Sales Representative & Contact Details
- Client Contact & Email
✅ Result: No manual data entry—everything is automatically pulled from the cloud.
3. Integrated Cloud 3D Model Viewer
- Designers can instantly preview their designs with Cloud 3D Models directly in Illustrator.
- Includes detailed stitching and flatlock visualizations.
- Allows real-time changes to model parameters through a dedicated panel (avoiding slow MRAP processing).
- Adjustable elements include zips, Lycra, bias, brand styles, and more.
✅ Result: Faster design visualization with interactive, real-time 3D previews.
4. Smart Template & Revision Management
- Checks all opened files against the template revision log.
- If a template is outdated, a notification prompts the designer to update it.
✅ Result: Designers always work with the most current template versions, reducing errors.
5. Cloud-Based Submission & Rendering
- Submits designs directly to the cloud—no more local rendering on 3DPCs.
- 3D models become instantly available online for viewing.
- High-resolution 2D images are generated via Cloud 3D Rendering for approvals and webshop integration.
✅ Result: Faster processing, no rendering delays, and immediate availability for approvals.
6. Compatibility & Stability Improvements
- Mac & PC compatible, with a ZXP installer for easy distribution.
- Avoids Illustrator MRAP errors
- By removing embedded JSX scripting, only native code
- By replacing ExtendScript language with TypeScript
✅ Result: A more stable, efficient plugin with smoother performance across platforms.
7. White Label & Branding Capabilities
- Fully customizable to accommodate third-party brands.
- Assos version included, with automatic branding and feature adjustments when working with Assos templates and models.
✅ Result: A versatile tool that extends beyond Bioracer, enabling white-label partnerships.
Conclusion: A Smarter, Faster, and Fully Cloud-Integrated Ai3D Plugin
With Ai3D Plugin 2.0, Bioracer Workflow 2026 delivers a fully cloud-connected design tool that eliminates local rendering delays, improves real-time visualization, and streamlines data management.
🚀 Key Benefits:
- Direct cloud integration for instant data retrieval and project updates.
- Seamless 3D model previews within Illustrator.
- Automated design submissions, eliminating outdated 3DPC workflows.
- Error-free templates with built-in revision tracking.
- Scalable white-label capabilities for partner brands.
👉 The future of sportswear design is here—faster, more efficient, and fully cloud-powered.
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